curtness

[US]/ˈkɜːtnəs/
[UK]/ˈkɜrt.nəs/

Translation

n.abruptness or terse manner

Phrases & Collocations

curtness in speech

curtness of reply

curtness in tone

curtness can offend

curtness is effective

curtness breeds misunderstanding

curtness in writing

curtness reflects mood

curtness may confuse

curtness is preferred

Example Sentences

his curtness in replies often leaves people confused.

she appreciated his honesty but disliked his curtness.

the manager's curtness made the employees feel undervalued.

his curtness in conversation can be off-putting.

despite her curtness, she meant well.

curtness can sometimes be mistaken for rudeness.

his curtness was a result of his busy schedule.

she tried to soften her curtness with a smile.

the curtness of the email surprised everyone.

his curtness often led to misunderstandings.

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